Electrical Engineer

Stealth Startup; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stealth Startup in Kentucky is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design, develop, test, and implement electrical and electro‑mechanical systems. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to bring new products from concept to production.

The role focuses on designing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control and power systems, and BOM management. You will use AutoCAD (and SolidWorks where needed), collaborate with mechanical engineers on enclosure layouts, and ensure quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience with electrical system design and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits, components, and panel wiring.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control and power systems incl. VFDs.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, wire harnesses, BOMs.
• Perform 2D CAD design with AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on enclosure layouts.
• Provide guidance to designers and technicians.
• Follow established engineering, quality, and project-management processes.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Schematic design

PCB design

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

FE certification (preferred)

Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PLM/PDM

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and implementation of electrical and electro-mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop new products and improve existing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical control and power systems, including VFDs.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, wire harnesses, and wire lists.
• Perform 2D electrical CAD design using tools such as AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on 3D electrical enclosure layouts.
• Select electrical components and support panel wiring activities.
• Work with analog and digital electrical circuits and components.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Manage engineering revisions using PDM/PLM systems.
• Work with communication protocols including RS232, RS422, RS485, CAN, and Ethernet.
• Provide technical guidance to designers and technicians.
• Support engineering projects and help identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Follow established engineering, quality, and project-management processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Experience with electrical system design and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits, components, and panel wiring.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or FE certification.
• Experience with SolidWorks and SolidWorks EPDM.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Experience with PCB design.
• Knowledge of engineering project‑management tools.
• Experience working with RS232/RS422/RS485, CAN, and Ethernet communication systems.